GRE Word List
EMETIC
an agent that induces vomiting
The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| encompass | include |
| insolvent | unable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business |
| fiat | an authoritative or arbitrary order : decree |
| gnarled | full of knots or gnarls : knotty |
| extraneous | existing on or coming from the outside |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |